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These kitchen tools will help you make dinner even faster than Uber Eats can deliver it.

Promising review: "I'm always skeptical of these gadgets, but I thought for the price it was worth the shot. It works! I never plan enough ahead to bake potatoes in the oven, so I put them in the microwave, and it's rare that I time it just right to not get the annoying hard corners. Or I have to put one at a time and play with the timing. With this, I was able to put three potatoes in at once, and they came out perfect. I did have to put them in for one extra minute more than the four it suggests, but at least it was all at once and no hard corners." —ATC

Promising review: "I wish I had bought this so much sooner! I feel like every cook needs this in their kitchen. This is so helpful, especially when trying to break up meats other than beef — nothing breaks down the same way beef does and tends to stay in big chunks. This handles everything like a dream! Excellent purchase! Very well made — not flimsy at all. Super high quality!" —TAV

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in seven colors and in packs of two).

Promising review: "This microwave steamer has become a daily essential in my kitchen! It makes steaming fresh or frozen vegetables, fish, poultry, and dumplings completely effortless in under five minutes. The removable steaming basket elevates your food so it cooks evenly with steam rather than sitting in boiling water and getting soggy. The adjustable steam vent on the lid lets you control moisture levels, preventing messy splatters in the microwave. It’s sturdy, BPA-free, and cleans up in seconds — either with a quick rinse or popped right into the top rack of the dishwasher. A huge time-saver for healthy eating!" —Crystal M.

These are also a fan favorite for families with members who have Celiac disease or other food sensitivities.

Promising review: "Unless you are a 'foodie' and need to grill your sandwiches, this bag is a great way to get a warm sandwich — and if you have cheese on it, the cheese will melt. Just make your sandwich and put it in the bag. Put the bag in your toaster, and you have a great sandwich! It's so easy, and when I am done, I just rinse the bag under the faucet. Great for kids who love grilled cheese without the fuss of 'grilling!'" —joycetv

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $6.99.

This can measure wet ingredients from 1–15 milliliters and dry ingredients from ¼–1 tablespoon.

Promising review: "One measuring spoon to replace several...how can you go wrong? The two pieces are completely separate, so you can wash them thoroughly! Pleased with my purchase and the amount of room it just freed up in my drawer!" —zonneschijn

Promising review: "Is this 100% necessary? No...however, it does make one thing a little easier for me in the morning. Instead of watching the pot and waiting for the water to boil to start the timer, you can just put the NobelEgg in the pot with your eggs, start the heat, and just wait for your eggs to be done. Can't wait to give some as gifts!" —BaileyBoo

Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in four colors and a pack of four).

Promising review: "I really love this egg cooker. It is so simple to use. You simply measure out a tiny bit of water (preferably distilled), add it to the egg cooker chamber, place the eggs inside, plug it in, and press the start button. Within minutes, your eggs are perfectly cooked to your liking, plus the machine turns off automatically.

"The egg cooker is a compact size and stores away easily in a kitchen drawer. Additionally, the cleanup is a breeze as there is no leakage or chance for eggs to break. You can cook up to seven eggs at once, which is great for deviled eggs, egg salad, or preparing eggs for several people. After rinsing with cold water, the eggs peel easily. No mess or fuss." —andy cc

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "LOVE THIS. I use it almost every time I make dinner. It saves so much time for me and is so easy to use. I have had it for like six months, and it has held up really well." —Ava Jardine

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six sizes).

Promising review: "I'm a seasoned cook, and I love long and complex recipes when I have time on the weekends or when I'm entertaining. But for every day, I need something that gets dinner on the table quickly. After getting bored with my usual 'simple' recipes and being too tired to cook long ones while pregnant, I turned to this cookbook. I'm so glad I did! Unlike many other cookbooks, there are actually a ton of different recipes here that appeal to me.

 "Everything I've made so far (chicken and biscuits, chicken parmesan, quick pasta bolognese) has been simple, quick, and tasty. That the ingredients are easy to find (like all ATK recipes) and don't rely on processed stuff are added bonuses (love that I can make a "from scratch" recipe in no time, without relying on 'icky' ingredients like canned mushroom soup). 

"And while I also love that most recipes say they serve four (versus eight or more, which is too much for my small family), note that the servings are overly generous (my only gripe so far). Dishes that say they could serve four could easily feed at least six people — we've made many lunches and dinners from the leftovers." —Anj

It's made from toughened nylon and is suitable for use on nonstick cookware. It's resistant to temps of up to 392 degrees Fahrenheit, and it's dishwasher safe!

Promising review: "I've owned this for just over a month, and I don't know how I lived without it! From spooning potatoes into boiling water without a mess to draining a full can of beans and far, far beyond, this scoop is a must-have in the kitchen. I find myself reaching for it every day. It has easily replaced the other spoons/scoops that I would usually use. You cannot go wrong with this purchase!" —Jill Clement

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two styles).

Promising review: "You don't have to worry about chopping off a finger like with a knife. It's incredible how easy it is to use this item: quick, precise, and safe. The chopping is finished in no time. It is a durable, useful tool in food preparation." —Linda Sue

Promising review: "Use this rice cooker nearly daily. My husband loves fixing rice now. I have also used it to cook potatoes, pasta, and beans — you just have to play around with time and how much water is necessary. I would definitely recommend purchasing it. I currently only have a single burner, and this really helps me prepare meals more quickly." —Chaz

Promising review: "This is a real convenient time saver. Not only do I have one less thing to wash after dinner (a strainer), but the convenience of being able to simply snap this onto any pot is great! The mounting clips are robust and hold like crazy. The product works exactly as described and has made my pasta nights a breeze. I am a chef, so I use this almost every day, and I highly recommend this attachment. Great invention!" —Captain HC

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors). 

Promising review: "I am a retired chef, and have used many items to sharpen knives with. I came across this recently and was very surprised at how well it worked... It works, and it works well..." —Steven Lewis

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and multipacks).

Read our full review of the mini knife sharpener to learn more.

Promising review: "I'm a seasoned chef of 25 years, and nobody is perfect. I recently picked up a Benriner almond wide mandoline and was slicing frozen steak for an Asian dish I was prepping when my thumb slipped right into the brand-new blade, slicing the tip off. Now we all know that our hands are our main tools, so I decided to pick these up due to the fact that in a kitchen we sometimes are multitasking and our minds are going a million miles. These gloves are perfect. I tested them out slicing frozen steak and purposely slipped, and thank God, my thumb was saved. No more stitches. Thanks for a great product." —Automatic No Static

Get them from Amazon for $8.90+ (available in five sizes and two styles).

Promising review: "These have been great to use. Cooking for just one person isn't the easiest thing for me, but these portions have been great when I want mac 'n' cheese, nachos, or a small smothered burrito for one. I'm sure when it's camping time these will make it into my camping stash." —M. Cheatham

Promising review: "I don’t know why I have waited so long to get a pair of these scissors. They are fantastic. Makes using fresh herbs so easy! It takes a few minutes to cut up any herb you need to use. It used to take me many minutes to cut up herbs with a pair of kitchen shears. I used to dread it when a recipe called for a fresh herb to be chopped. Now that it’s so easy with these scissors, I enjoy making recipes with fresh herbs. They clean up nicely, and they provide you with a tool that helps you remove any excess herbs that may be stuck in the blades." —susan darrow

Get it from Amazon for $12.49+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I had this little gem on my list for a long time. I thought I might need it, and I was right!! We eat a lot of cilantro, and this speeds it up 100%! Have used it a few times already. The blade is super short — it scares me! Totally worth the small price!!! Highly recommended!!" —Cheryl Oman

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a pack of two). 

Just add your noodles, fill with water to the water line marked inside the cooker, microwave for three minutes, and that's it! Perfect ramen noodles! Plus, this is BPA-free and can be put in the dishwasher!

Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. 

Promising review: "This thing is amazing. Crack the noodles, throw 'em in, put the spice packet in, fill the water to the line, microwave for four minutes, and they're perfect. Not too hard, not too soft. You can even add in frozen veggies at the start (just make sure they're under the noodles or on the side), and throw cheese on at the very last 30 seconds if you want. The handles don't get hot, so you can grab it right out of the microwave, and it's easy to clean to boot! This is just a DREAM for me when I'm feeling lazy. Oh, and they're dishwasher safe." —Jessica B

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in nine colors and multipacks).

Promising review: "Excellent flavor and perfectly sized flakes for the final touches on culinary masterpieces! I am a highly experienced personal chef. I use these flake salts as a final mild condiment while plating foods that require just a hint more salt. The flakes add the slightest crunch to the eating experience and explode the food being eaten with a flavorful enhancement. Maldon has made an EXCELLENT flaked salt, and I will continue to use the brand, having had a great experience with their product. My guests have also very positively commented on the flavoring. This is a clear 5-star rating for me and an honest and very hearty recommendation. Take your cooking presentation to the next level! Bon appétit!" —Frank E. Trinkle

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I love eating raw bell peppers, and this handy gadget has been a real time-saver. Removes the core to make slicing up peppers much more efficient. Two thumbs up for this ingenious kitchen gadget." —I love Amazon

Promising review: "Though I am a chef, I don't do too much baking unless it's for a special event. I've always wanted one of these mats after using them in culinary school, and these were perfect! They fit in my sheet trays perfectly, and they stick well in the smaller trays. Seems pretty thick yet flexible. Will most likely get more when I wear these out!" —Teresa Winters

Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two styles and other pack sizes).

Promising review: "This is an outstanding product. It's compact, the probe is hidden until needed, and a quick push of a button reveals it. I have tested it against other, more expensive and hopefully reliable thermometers, and it is dead on. I was a chef for 26 years and wish I had this product at that time. This will up your culinary game and minimize undercooked or overcooked products. Highly recommended." —Chief

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "This is simply the best peeler I've ever used...and I was an executive chef, with more than 20 years spent in the kitchen. The blade glides effortlessly, as precise as a scalpel. Even better, the peelings seem to fall aside instead of clogging the tool. Highly, highly recommended!" —DWH

Promising review: "Sometimes the simple things in life are often the most impactful. On far too many occasions, I make a mess in the microwave — think minestrone soup all over the inside. This collapsible cover saves me from having to clean up explosions, and the even worse tongue-lashing from my wife. It covers several sizes of plates and vessels. The vent also releases steam, reducing the soggy outcomes you get when using only paper. The folding handle is also very useful. Overall, it is a well-designed tool that every microwave should have. The price is right, and it pays for itself with the reduced stress and angst. GREAT PRODUCT!" —Ms. Windermere

Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in three sizes, three colors, and a set of three).

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Courtney Hayes says: I have and love this thing! I recently got into making my own salad dressings, so this shaker gets used regularly. I like being able to measure how much oil, vinegar, or lemon juice I'm adding without breaking out my measuring cups. Plus, the size is perfect for making enough dressing for just a salad or two. 

Promising review: "This is a small shaker, but I love it. It makes enough dressing for one to four servings, depending on how much you need for your salad. I appreciate the measuring lines on the sides. I pour in all the ingredients and shake it quickly, and my salad dressing is ready to go. I usually make one serving at a time for variety. It's QUICK and allows for a perfect alternative to the heavy, sugar-laden dressings on the market." —Sweet Caroline

Promising review: "I LOVE this thing! Breakfast has never been faster or easier! And it doesn't make a noise that will wake everyone up while I am mixing. The silicone tip is real silicone (for those wondering about the pinch test) and does well against cast iron. I have never been able to get my pancakes this fluffy until now! So great! Planning on buying more from this brand! It is also super easy to clean. The bottom comes off to fill it up, and it turns into a holder for the bottle by setting the top into the bottom setting. It suggests putting in your liquid first, then your mix, but if you're making a large amount, you might have to gently tap it a bit." —KC Hunter

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